3 NC counties are under alert, including Chatham County.

It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

Student testing 

Siren will officially begin her career as a therapy dog at the Durham Police Department on Friday. 

Durham Police Department welcomes new therapy dog Siren

Durham Police Department therapy dog Siren

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Mother's Day was a family affair for Portia Smith. Her three young children were at home with her, as were her father and stepmother, aunts and friends.

'Home' holds a special grace for home owner

Smith and her family enjoy the new porch

Portia Smith's new home in Yanceyville is the first Habitat for Humanity home in Caswell County.

First Habitat for Humanity home in Caswell County

Portia Smith is overcome with emotion as she thanks Habitat for Humanity, the State Employees Credit Union Foundation and friends for her new home.

Smith expresses her gratitude

Portia Smith on the porch of her new home with her children, from left, DeKetren, A'Niya and Ja'Quis.